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Practical guidance on clubs, balls, bags, footwear and care, without unnecessary jargon or automatic purchase advice.
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Which golf clubs does a beginner really need?
A beginner can learn with a smaller, forgiving set and add specialist clubs only when a clear gap appears.
Read guideWhat does loft mean on a golf club?
Loft is the angle of the clubface and is one of the main influences on launch, spin and potential distance.
Read guideWhat is the difference between an iron, hybrid and fairway wood?
Irons favour precision, hybrids combine iron-like control with added forgiveness, and fairway woods are designed for longer shots with larger heads.
Read guideWhich hand do you wear a golf glove on?
Most golfers wear the glove on the lead hand: the left hand for a right-handed swing and the right hand for a left-handed swing.
Read guideWhat does shaft flex mean?
Shaft flex describes how a shaft bends under load, but flex labels are not standardised across every manufacturer.
Read guideWhat is the lie angle of a golf club?
Lie angle is the angle between the shaft and the sole when the club is in its designed position.
Read guideHow often should you replace golf grips?
Replace grips when they become smooth, hard, cracked or require extra hand pressure; a calendar is only a rough guide.
Read guideShould you choose a cart bag or a stand bag?
A stand bag suits golfers who carry; a cart bag offers more organised storage when used mainly on a trolley or buggy.
Read guideAre spiked or spikeless golf shoes better?
Spiked shoes often provide stronger traction in soft conditions; spikeless shoes are versatile and comfortable on firm, dry ground.
Read guideHow should you clean and care for golf clubs?
Use mild soapy water and a soft brush on clubheads, keep shafts and ferrules out of standing water, then dry everything thoroughly.
Read guideWhich golf ball should you use?
Choose a legal ball that produces predictable flight and short-game performance at a price that lets you use the same model consistently.
Read guideShould you use a driver or fairway wood from the tee?
Driver usually offers more distance; a fairway wood may offer a more useful flight or dispersion when the hole does not reward maximum length.
Read guideWhich wedges should you carry in your golf bag?
Start with the loft of your set pitching wedge, then add only the wedges that create useful full-swing and short-game options.
Read guideHow do you find the correct golf club length?
Club length should allow balanced posture, centred contact and consistent delivery; players of the same height can need different lengths.
Read guideWhat should you carry in your golf bag?
Carry the equipment needed to play, care for the course and handle changing weather without making the bag unnecessarily heavy.
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